Overview
The Health Science program is the starting point for students looking to pursue an educational and career pathway in a health career field. Whether you are looking to take some courses prior to entering our Nursing program or thinking about program options at another two-year or four-institution, our expert faculty will thoroughly prepare you for success.
The Associate in Science degree in Health Science is designed for students interested in establishing the groundwork for a health career, and/or planning to transfer to a 4-year college. This program will provide students who wish to enroll in a Nursing program with a solid foundation in the health sciences including required mathematics, science, and liberal arts courses. Successful completion of this degree is not a guarantee of admission into a selective health program.
First Year
| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| ENGL120W | College Composition | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| OTM117W | Medical Terminology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Lab Science** | 3 | 2 | 4 | |
| Mathematics | 4 | 0 | 4 | |
| Semester Totals | 14 | 3 | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| HUMA212W | Legal and Ethical Issues | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSYC111W | Psychology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSYC112W | Human Growth and Development | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Lab Science** | 3 | 2 | 4 | |
| Liberal Arts | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Semester Totals | 15 | 3 | 16 | |
| Total Credits for the Year | 31 | |||
Second Year
| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| BIOL112W | Nutrition | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| BIOL113W | Nutrition Lab | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| HSV111W OR SOCI111W | Introduction to Human Services or Sociology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Lab Science** | 3 | 2 | 4 | |
| Mathematics/Science | 3-4 | 0-3 | 4 | |
| Semester Totals | 12-13 | 5-8 | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| ENGL235W | Advanced Research Writing | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| MEDA211W | Pharmacology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Open Electives | 7-8 | 0 | 7-8 | |
| Semester Totals | 14-15 | 0 | 14-15 | |
| Total Credits for the Year | 29-30 | |||
| Total for A.S. Degree | 60-61 | |||
**The following courses qualify for Lab Sciences: BIOL111W Biology, BIOL114W Human Anatomy and Physiology I, BIOL115W Human Anatomy and Physiology II, BIOL120W Human Biology, BIOL211W Microbiology, CHEM111W Chemistry
NOTE: The Health Science Program requires a grade of C+ in BIOL114W, BIOL115W and BIOL211W (these courses must be completed within the past 5 years). Students must meet prerequisites for all courses.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be prepared to:
- Achieve the prerequisite and basic course knowledge to design and implement a schedule to meet the requirements of a variety of health career educational programs at WMCC or for transfer.
- Develop an appreciation for the importance of skills in accurate observation, logical reasoning, precise expression and an objective attitude in scientific endeavors.
- Outline the complementary natures of mathematics and natural sciences.
- Develop techniques and specific skills in problem-solving appropriate to healthcare situations.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.
- Apply information literacy.
- Interpret and discuss ethical issues in the healthcare fields.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge in the social and natural sciences.
- Demonstrate an appreciation for art and culture.
Dr. Bonnie Akerman
Health Sciences and ServicesProfessor of Health Science
Health Sciences and Services60 Credits Required
of students qualify for financial aid
